Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy’s standout performance has positioned him as a highly sought-after prospect in the upcoming NFL draft. According to betting odds, McCarthy is expected to be selected in the Top 5, with a -250 favorite to go within that range. However, the specific spot in the Top 5 that he will occupy remains unknown.
Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Malik Nabers are currently the favorites to be selected at each individual position from No. 1 to No. 5 respectively. This suggests that for McCarthy to be drafted in the Top 5, a team would likely need to trade up.
The Minnesota Vikings currently hold the shortest odds of selecting McCarthy at +170, followed by the New England Patriots at +200. Other teams with a chance to acquire McCarthy through a trade include the New York Giants (+500), Denver Broncos (+900), Las Vegas Raiders (+1300), and Washington Commanders (+1600).
With two first-round picks at their disposal, the Vikings possess the necessary ammunition to potentially trade up for a quarterback, and McCarthy could be their primary target. As the NFL Draft approaches, speculation surrounding McCarthy’s destination intensifies, adding an element of excitement to the highly anticipated event.
